The University has welcomed the findings of a new review which emphasises the significant role institutions play in supporting job creation and economic growth through commercialising research.

The University of York is partnering with sustainability investor Greensphere Capital to launch a £150 million fund designed to invest in and scale market-leading businesses that successfully commercialise solutions to the dual crises of climate change and biodiversity loss.

Female business owners and entrepreneurs are being urged to take part in a research project which will examine their impact on the regional and national economy.

The University of York held its first ever entrepreneur exchange in Greece - helping three businesses from North Yorkshire create potential overseas investment opportunities.